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equivalent
Definition:
(nou) a person or thing equal to another in value or measure or force or effect or significance etc (nou) the atomic weight of an element that has the same combining capacity as a given weight of another element; the standard is 8 for oxygen
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈkwɪvələnt
Examples:
It is the equivalent of corporal.
An equivalent formulation is the congruence.
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Common mistakes of equivalent pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "e-QUI-va-lent" instead of "E-qui-va-lent" (ˈɛ.kwɪ.və.lənt). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel sounds: Some people mispronounce the "e" in the first syllable, saying "i" instead, resulting in "i-QUI-va-lent." The correct sound is "ɛ" as in "bed." Tip: Practice the "e" sound by saying "bet" to find the right pronunciation.
- Ending sound: A common mistake is to drop the "t" at the end, leading to "e-QUI-va-len." The correct pronunciation includes the "t" sound, making it "e-QUI-va-lent" (ˈɛ.kwɪ.və.lənt). Tip: Focus on clearly articulating the "t" to complete the word.
- Syllable count: Some learners may pronounce "equivalent" with too few syllables, saying "e-QUI-vlent." This alters the meaning. The word has four syllables: "E-qui-va-lent." Tip: Break the word down into syllables while practicing to ensure you pronounce them all.
- Linking sounds: When saying "equivalent" in a sentence, some might not link it smoothly to the following word, making it sound choppy. Tip: Practice connecting "equivalent" with the next word to improve fluency.